A group-stage exit in 2018 had been a sobering lesson. IR Iran returned in 2022 with renewed purpose. Under Carlos Queiroz, they were ready to write the next chapter.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 2 | 7 | 7 |
| 2 |
|
3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| 3 |
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 7 | -3 | 3 |
| 4 |
|
3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | -5 | 1 |
IR Iran found moments of promise but ultimately fell short of the consistency needed to progress beyond the group stage.
IR Iran endured a difficult group stage, unable to advance despite moments of resistance. Their campaign featured a heavy 2-6 defeat to England, a 2-0 win over Wales, and a narrow 0-1 loss to United States. Despite moments of quality, it was not enough to advance, and IR Iran's campaign ended at the first round.
1won2lost
4scored7conceded
Conceded 7 in 3 matches eliminated in the group stage.
Mehdi Taremi led IR Iran's attack with 2 goals at the 2022 World Cup.
7yellow
2.3per match
Jahanbakhsh booked twice no red cards despite the yellow count.
The tactical mind behind IR Iran's 2022 campaign. In charge for 3 consecutive World Cups 13 World Cup matches managed in total.
Carlos Queiroz employed an aggressive 3-4-1-2 formation, pressuring opponents and creating scoring opportunities. However, inconsistencies plagued the team's performance.
